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WINTER FAIR - The Winter Student Organization Fair gives student organizations an opportunity to share their clubs with other students and recruit new members.
Center for Student Enrichment hosts Winter Student Organization Fair
January 27, 2023
BLOOD DRIVE - NMU nursing students Lauren Smith (left) and Megan Hendrickson (right) check in student blood donors. On Jan. 26, the American Red Cross held a blood drive in the Olson Library with help from NMU School of Nursing.
Campus blood drive encourages students to donate amidst blood shortage
January 27, 2023
FACULTY BIENNIAL — DeVos Art Museum hosts gallery of works by NMU Art and Design department faculty. The display can be viewed until March 31 during the gallerys hours, Mondays-Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays 12-8 p.m. and Fridays 12-5 p.m.
Faculty Biennial exhibition opens at DeVos Art Museum
January 27, 2023
MUSIC CONFERENCE - NMU Jazz Combo (pictured below the staircase) performing after attending the collegiate reception at the 18th Annual Michigan Music Conference in Grand Rapids. NMU NAfME (pictured at the top of the stairs) also attended the collegiate reception.
NMU music students attend Annual Michigan Music Conference
January 26, 2023
Graphic of two ice skates on a light blue background
Winter Fest kicks off this Friday, features collaboration with student organizations
January 26, 2023
FRESH FROM THE OVEN - Cinnamon rolls straight from the oven are a luxury everyone should experience at least once this semester. Even if its not from this recipe that includes sourdough, look up a recipe that fits ingredients in your kitchen and make some this weekend!
Cooking with Kata — Sunday Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
January 27, 2023
MEMORY BOX — For the chances I did not take, the people I did not meet and the places I did not go. A little fear meant nothing in comparison to that regret. Life is short, but man is it full when you look back at all the things you were too scared to do, but did it anyways.
Opinion – The everyday life of your average hermit
January 27, 2023
Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college
Editorial — How to prepare for the later years of college
January 26, 2023
Opinion — Streaming services have killed movie magic
Opinion — Streaming services have killed movie magic
January 25, 2023
Opinion — How Ticketmaster is ruining live music
Opinion — How Ticketmaster is ruining live music
January 24, 2023
TV-19 — A look inside Marquettes newest TV station. WZMQ TV-19 is Marquette’s newest CBS affiliate news station, one that several graduates and current students work for and has only recently begun broadcasting live.
Profile — A look inside the studio: WZMQ TV-19
January 27, 2023
ICE CLIMBING - Rodriguez enjoys the view during a winter climb. Rodriguez is a PR Major in his last semester at Northern, and is currently president of South Superior Climbing Club.
Profile — Ice and Graduation: Vaughn Rodriguez’s Final Months at Northern
January 27, 2023
Author Colin Clancy
NMU Alumni Releases Debut Novel “Ski Bum”
December 13, 2022
ART POSTER - Award winning poster for the SAG art competition. The pieces chosen to be in the display include submissions from students in many different majors.
SAG brings Monsters and Mythos to campus library
December 13, 2022
From right to left, Sarah ONeill and Alex Belz (Assistant News Editor).
The North Wind Celebrates 50 Years of student voices, independent journalism
December 9, 2022
BOWING OUT—NMU sophomore guard Samantha Potter goes up for the contested layup over two Davenport defenders last season. The NMU Womens basketball team is going up against Lake State and Ferris State and hopes to improve both defense and offensive strategies.
W Basketball: ‘Cats looking forward, tough road trip ahead
January 26, 2023
FIERCE RIVALRY — NMU and Tech go head to head on the court last weekend. Next, they go up against the top four teams in the GLIAC, including Ferris State on the road.
M Basketball: Wildcats on the road, face tough test ahead
January 26, 2023
GEAR UP - Serkowski believes having basic knowledge of how to defend yourself is vital to your safety and teaches Self-Defense 101 in order to help students do just that.
Self-Defense 101 teaches students basic defense skills
January 24, 2023
LOOK AHEAD - Star guard Max Bjorklund led all scorers with 22 points in the win over Tech. Bjorklund is also on the Bevo Francis award top-100 watchlist.
M Basketball: NMU dominates Tech 90-65, Falls to GVST snapping 8-game win streak
January 18, 2023
GET READY - The Mens Hockey team warms up in the Berry to get ready for this weekend at Ferris State. The Cats are coming off a weekend split with the MIchigan Tech Huskies.
M Hockey: NMU splits with Tech, heads to Ferris before mid-season break
December 9, 2022

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Exercise and recreational resources available at the PEIF

Exercise and recreational resources available at the PEIF

Dallas Wiertella • June 2, 2021

The PEIF is NMU’s recreational and physical fitness center and offers many different facilities open to all students throughout each semester. Home to a weight room, two basketball courts, six racquetball...

QUITE AN OPENING TEST—The NMU Womens Soccer celebrates a goal. The Cats will have almost two weeks of practice and a scrimmage under their belts when they square off with Division I UWGB in an exhibition match on Friday, Aug. 27. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Women’s soccer gears up for GLIAC Tournament play

Dallas Wiertella • April 25, 2021

The NMU Women’s Soccer team ended its regular season with two wins this past weekend. They started off with a shutout against Purdue Northwest University (6-0) on Friday, followed by their close battle...

GOTTA CATCH EM ALL— The recent Pokémon card trend has taken the community and country by storm. Its been a common theme to see community members with packs of cards at their disposal. Dallas Wiertella/NW

Risk and reward: Pokémon card frenzy creates industry uncertainty

Dallas Wiertella • April 22, 2021

Many Pokémon card collectors are facing a new challenge of getting their hands on card packs due to a new investment trend. Now you can take the gamble of opening a pack of cards for $4 and have a chance...

TOURNEY CHAMPS—The NMU Volleyball team poses for a celebratory picture after defeating Michigan Tech in straight sets in the GLIAC Tournament title game. The Wildcats picked up their first conference tournament title in 18 years. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

‘Cats volleyball wins first GLIAC Tournament title since 2003

Dallas Wiertella • April 16, 2021

The NMU Volleyball team took some hardware home to end their season with three wins in three days to capture the GLIAC Tournament title this past weekend.Wins over Davenport University (3-1), Grand Valley...

NEARING THE END—The NMU Womens Soccer team celebrates a goal at home in a game earlier this season. The Wildcats look to close out the regular season with a pair of conference home games against Purdue Northwest and Wisconsin-Parkside. Photo courtesy of NMU Athletics.

Women’s soccer ends regular season with two home tilts

Dallas Wiertella • April 15, 2021

The NMU Women’s Soccer team comes off of a 1-0-1 record this past weekend with a 0-0 tie against Ferris State University and a 1-0 victory against Northwood University. The two results push the Wildcats...

CONFERENCE CHAMPS—The NMU Volleyball team earned a share of the GLIAC title with Michigan Tech after splitting the series against the Huskies this past weekend. The Cats open up GLIAC Tournament play as the second seed. Photo courtesy of Meghan Meyer.

Volleyball splits conference title with Michigan Tech

Dallas Wiertella • April 8, 2021

This past weekend marked the final series of the regular season for the NMU Women's Volleyball team. The Wildcats finished off the season strong with a split against Michigan Tech University and won the...

GLIAC PLAY UNDERWAY—The NMU Womens Lacrosse team heads into conference action with a match against Concordia-St. Paul. Photo courtesy of Emily Renfrew.

Women’s Lacrosse begins conference play against Concordia-St. Paul

Dallas Wiertella • March 26, 2021

The NMU Women's Lacrosse team faces off against Concordia University, St. Paul this weekend for their first GLIAC game of the season. The Wildcats look to rebound after losing to Findlay last weekend...

MOUNT BOHEMIA CLOSED FOR SEASON—Its not snowy anymore like the picture of a ski lift, and that means spring is coming soon. Mount Bohemia is now closed for the season, and will be welcoming new guests in the winter. Photo courtesy of Samantha Tschirhart.

Ski season at Mount Bohemia now closed, but future visits require experience

Dallas Wiertella • March 23, 2021

As the skiing season comes to a close, we pack up our ski and snowboarding gear away and get ready for the warmer weather. If you still have snow on your mind for next year and maybe want to change the...

ALL THEY DO IS WIN—Sophomore setter Lauren Van Remortel sets the ball for one of her NMU teammates earlier this season. The NMU Womens Volleyball team is off to a strong start this year, winning seven of their first eight games. Photo courtesy of Lauren Van Remortel.

Volleyball starts season red hot with seven-game win streak

Dallas Wiertella • March 18, 2021

The NMU Women’s Volleyball team recently faced off against Northwood University and added to their win streak with a sweep over the Timberwolves. The Wildcats are now 7-1, having only one loss to Ferris...

BOWING OUT—NMU sophomore guard Samantha Potter goes up for the contested layup over two Davenport defenders last season. The NMU Womens basketball team is going up against Lake State and Ferris State and hopes to improve both defense and offensive strategies.

Wildcats’ Women’s Basketball season ends in GLIAC Tournament with 61-45 loss to Davenport

Dallas Wiertella • March 4, 2021

The Northern Michigan Women's Basketball team clashed with the Davenport Panthers on Tuesday night in their first game of the GLIAC Tournament. After a long struggle, the Panthers took the victory back...

WINNING WILDCATS—Sophomore guard Makaylee Kuhn goes up for a contested layup on multiple Purdue Northwest defenders. She had 34 points for game, and the Wildcats won 73-61 over Purdue Northwest. Dallas Wiertella/NW.

Wildcats’ Women’s hoops win series opener to set up sweep over Purdue Northwest

Dallas Wiertella • March 1, 2021

The NMU Women’s Basketball team faced off against Purdue Northwest’s Pride on Friday inside of the PEIF Gymnasium. The Wildcats struggled hard and brought home the victory with a 73-61 win. NMU...

GOING FOR GLIACS—The NMU Swim and Dive team has faced obstacles this season like many other have. But now the Wildcats are competing the GLIAC Championships despite the turbulent season theyve had to overcome. Photo courtesy of Connor Dorff.

NMU Swim and Dive in midst of GLIACs after turbulent season

Dallas Wiertella • February 19, 2021

Like many athletic programs, the NMU Swim and Dive team had to face the challenge of this pandemic head on. Facing cancellations, practice guidelines and even a shortage of practice time in the later...

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